Model Details

King Class Locomotive - King George I

6006

Years Released: 20062007
(Model Year pages)
Model released for 2 years.

Model: King Class Locomotive - King George I
Running Number: 6006
Category: Steam LocomotivesLocomotive Class: King ClassDesigner: C. B. Collett
Class Information: Built under the direction of C.B. Collett the King Castle Class 6000 series was built by Great Western Railway (GWR) with the intent of wresting back the title of “most powerful steam locomotive in Britain” after losing the title to Southern Railways Lord Nelson Class. The King’s were the largest steam locomotives built by the GWR and entrusted the railways most prestigious passenger train workings including “The Cornish Riviera” express.
More...Weight: 136 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2Wheel Arrangement Name: PacificModel Information: Length - 274mm.
Models Produced: ---
Logo & Box Style: 20062007

Company: G.W.R. - Great Western RailwayLogo: G.W.R. Roundel
Logo Years: 1934 - 1942
Livery: G.W.R. GreenLivery Details: Brunswick green with gilt lettering, and orange and black lining.
Company Information: The G.W.R. was formed as a railway company in 1835 and was the only company to survive the 1923 grouping, to become one of the big four. The King and Castle class locomotives were amongst the most famous G.W.R. steam designs.